The Torpedo Factory Art Center is located on the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria VA. Here's a look at the Torpedo Factory in 1980.
The Torpedo Factory, 1980 on Union Street
The area looks very different today.
Torpedo Factory in Alexandria
Torpedo Factory Art Center
Nearby neighborhood
Torpedo Factory arts center
The Torpedo Factory Art Center
Riverside promenade
Snow at the Torpedo Factory Entrance on Union Street
General Dynamics on Crystal Drive in Arlington VA
Crystal City Farmers Market is located at Crystal Drive between 18th and 20th Streets in Crystal City. The market is opening in early May and closes again in late October. The market stretches from 18th to 20th street, lining both sides of the sidewalk with vendors.
When the time comes to purchase a home, there are five basic ground rules for smart shopping in {Location_Name}:
#1 – Get your financing before you get your home
Even though you may be eager to find your new home, receiving financing beforehand is important so that you do not become disappointed down the road, such as if you were to find the perfect home only to find out that you can't receive financing for the price of the home.
Receiving financing ahead of time will allow you to know your price range and will give you credibility among listing agents because they will know you are serious about the home buying process. Knowing how much you can afford will save you from wasting time with unaffordable properties, and the listing agent will know what properties in {Location_Name} to show you within your price range.
Looking at the various types of mortgages offered is an important step in the home buying process because today's mortgage options offer more than just simple 15 or 30 year financing. Home buyers need to talk with financing specialists to find the mortgage that will best fit their needs.
#2 – Look at the community, not just the home
Everyone knows that location is important, but this is especially important when looking for a new home. Even though you may find your perfect home, you need to look at the community as well. Being familiar with the area in which your home is situated is important for you and your family because you will want to make sure that your new community has access to things that are important to you. Things that may be important are traffic, commute time, proximity of places to shop, and access to public transportation. If you have children, you'll want to consider the school districts, recreational activities, and general community atmosphere. If you believe you have found your perfect home, consider driving around town and through the various neighbors or talk to other residents in order to get a feel for the community.
#3 – Be fair with your first offer
Before making either a lowball offer or an offer that is over-the-top, research the local market and compare the asking prices of various homes nearby as well as homes in {Location_Name} that have sold recently to get a general idea of a fair offer. This process of comparing similar homes in the area is known in the real estate industry as "comps" and is one of the best ways to determine the fairness of an offer.
#4 – Always get a home inspection
Home inspections are a must when considering making an offer on a home. A home inspection will find possible defects before you purchase the home. You may not want to put up the money to have a home inspection, but the cost of this is negligible in comparison to the price of a home and the cost of potentially having to fix something major down the road.
As far as finding the best home inspector, ask around in the community to find someone that others speak highly of since many of the best home inspectors rely on word of mouth for advertising.
#5 – Do not alienate the sellers of the home
Personal animosity between buyer and seller has caused many real estate deals to fall apart. Examples of this would be if the seller feels alienated or if the buyer nitpicks over every detail.
A smooth real estate transaction is more likely to occur if goodwill between buyer and seller is maintained.
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If you want to sell your home, Nesbitt Realty can sell the property in {Location_Name} fast and at the best price. Our Realtors are experienced and familiar with the real estate market in Northern Virginia. A Realtor can help you determine the best listing price for your property. We know how to market your home to get the best price as quickly as possibly. Nesbitt Realty knows how the home selling process in {Location_Name} works, so we are ready to assist you every step of the way. Nesbitt Realty has access to the MRIS (our local multiple listing service). MRIS is the MLS database that agents use to find homes for sale in the area. Our agent will add your property to it. Working with a Realtor will make the home selling process run smoothly and much simpler than if you attempt to do it on your own. We're a local family-run business and we appreciate the opportunity to serve your needs.
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Buying a home is a life changing event. It is the biggest single purchase most people will make in their lives. But many potential home owners ask the question, "why buy when you can rent?" A recent Realtor.com® survey of more than a 1000 potential home buyers found that the increase in rental costs is the main driving force behind the move to buy a house. 23% of younger buyers (18 to 34 years old) cited rising rent as the main trigger to purchase their own property. Danielle Hale, Realter.com®'s chief economist explains that despite the current housing market, where inventory is low and purchases prices high, potential buyers still have certain traditional views on property. Privacy tops the list for older home buyers. They are mostly looking for property that suits their long-term or retirement needs. Millennials on the other hand want their home to be a reflection of who they are while still offering stability and meeting the needs of their family. Being a first time home buyer is a daunting experience and it can take a while to find the right property to suit both the buyer’s needs and their budget.
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The Clarendon Farmer's Market is open on Wednesdays, year-round 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Clarendon Farmers Market is located at Clarendon Metro Park in Clarendon.
Clarendon is in Arlington VA
Visit the farmer's market to buy locally-produced breads and pastries, organic vegetables, flowers, soap, sorbet.
Map of homes and condos for sale near the Clarendon Farmer's Market
Founders's Walk is located near the Van Dorn Metro just outside the Beltway.
Founders Walk
The Van Dorn Metro is in the West End of Alexandria inside the Beltway on Eisenhower Avenue.
Beltway traffic at speed
There are a couple of things that residential units in this community are known for. For one thing, the garden-style condominiums in this peaceful neighborhood have units that are considerably larger than typical condo units of the same price. The well-lit units, with its generous amount of windows, also allow for upgrades like fireplaces and hardwood floors in the dining area on top of the typical features expected from condominium units.
Nesbitt Realty can help you buy and sell real estate in Clarendon.
Clarendon is located in Arlington County, Virginia. In 1900 Clarendon was planned on a hill on Wilson Blvd. (formerly Georgetown Falls Foad). Once streetcars came to the area in the early 20th century this part of Arlington County was very busy with travelers. The streetcars were in service until the 1930's.
In 1920 the town was up to be considered for incorporation but was soon shot down by the courts. However, it was elected for one of Arlington County's post offices.
The Clarendon Metro Station opened in the 80's and offerred the Clarendon area a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, bars, office space, and apartments.
Events are also held in Clarendon, such as "Clarendon Day", which includes live music, rides, food, jewelry, clothing and much more. Other events include CSC Invitational, and Arlington's Neighborhood Day Parade. There is also a farmer's market from Memorial Day until Labor Day in Clarendon Central Park.
Want to add spice and history to your life, then you should consider Clarendon your home.
Clarendon Metro is on the orange line
Clarendon is in Arlington 22201
pool at a Clarendon condo
Lyon Village | Clarendon in Arlington
Clarendon is a good neighborhood to ride a bike in
Huntington Station is located at 2701 Huntington Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22303. It serves the trains on Yellow Line. The station opens at 4:50 AM. First train bound to Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center leaves at 5:00 AM.
Huntington Metro
As seen from the front door of Midtown Alexandria Station
Huntington Metro
On Saturdays and Sundays, trains depart 2 hours later. Last train bound to Fort Totten is at 11:34 PM (No Red Line Transfer Possible). During Friday and Saturday nights, trains leave 3 hours later. There are daily, metered and reserved parking. Daily parking is $4.50 all day while the reserved rate is $55. The station has 32 short-term metered spots, 34 bike racks and 12 lockers. Carsharing is also available. 2 elevators, 2 garage elevators, 5 escalators & 1 inclinator are spread out around the station.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Fairfax Connector rolling through Belle View
Since September of 1985, Fairfax County has provided an alternative to WMATA's Metrobus called the Fairfax Connector. The Fairfax Connector began operation in the southern end of Fairfax County from Huntington Metro Station to Mount Vernon and Fort Belvoir. Today the Connector has more than fifty routes providing public transportation to most of Fairfax County.
The northern end of the county including Reston and Herndon is now well served by buses. Riders pay fares in by cash (exact change only); valid transfer tickets or tokens; bus pass cards from regional bus systems; Virginia Railway Express (VRE) passes; Translink passes or; with Metro SmarTrip cards.
Bus stopping at River Towers in Fairfax County
The are are a number of simple restrictions and rules on the Fairfax Connector. Smoking, eating, drinking and playing radio or video devices without earphones are strictly prohibited. Strollers must be folded on the bus. Service animals are permitted on the bus. Other small animals are permitted only if transported in a secure container.
Bus transfer tickets or tokens are issued FREE to customers paying fares with cash or tokens. Transfers are valid for two additional hours from time of boarding for an unlimited number of rides. A transfer cannot be redeemed for another transfer. VRE, Translink and bus passes serve as transfers.
Riders can purchase a regional one day bus passes. This pass is valid for an unlimited number of rides on local routes of participating regional bus systems on the day purchased. The one day pass expires at midnight, Sunday-Thursday and at 2 a.m., Friday and Saturday.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
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